Best of Coaching Links This Week: More on Monchi, Communications Skills, Psychology & More

Whilst there is a lot of talk about the importance of psychology in sport it is not always easy to understand the work that sports psychologists do or what they actually achieve.  This interview with Dr Tim O’Brien, who filled the role of psychologist at Arsenal for over a decade, helps clarify matters

Something a bit more basic: ten tips for coaches to improve their communication skills.

With Sevilla currently challenging at the top of the La Liga and Steven N’Zonzi about to be sold for what will no doubt be a significant profit, it is never a bad time to read an interview with the club’s legendary sporting director Monchi who is at the heart of all their success.  An education.

http://whitehouseaddress.blogspot.com.mt/2014/12/the-key-to-coaching-success-love.html
Given that we’re at the start of a new year, here’s an article on how love is at the key to any coaching success.

AND FINALLY…
“Passion exists at the intersection of three or more things you’re really curious about.” — Steven Kotler

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